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Players 1st - AI Assistant_media_

How can the AI Assistant effectively help Players 1st gather customer feedback?

By: 2024. 11. 04.

There are numerous methods for employing artificial intelligence (AI) in customer service. You have likely encountered chatbot services, which can significantly enhance the efficiency of the customer service experience. With customer service AI, you get a personalized response…

Byrdy golf trolley from Slovakia

Byrdy golf trolley – when less is more

By: 2024. 10. 25.

Those who know me well can tell you how much I enjoy carrying my golf bag on my back while playing. After all, golf is meant to be an active sport! I have to admit that there are…

Shura Links clubhouse vignette Jon Brook interview

What can turn Shura Links into a remarkable success story?

By: 2024. 10. 24.

At the beginning of the month, I learned that Red Sea Global appointed Jon Brook as the General Manager of Shura Links, reflecting their commitment to strong leadership and strategic growth. Recognizing that this is an unconventional golf…

Toptracer Sweetspot partnership 2 TT+Terminal

How will Sweetspot make Toptracer-powered driving ranges profitable?

By: 2024. 10. 24.

A McKinsey study on data and personalization revealed that companies leveraging data can grow faster and generate 40% more revenue through personalized sales and marketing tactics. When discussing data collection, we are no longer referring to a simple…

Emirates Golf Club - How Many Strokes resized

How much does Emirates Golf Club’s new service improve convenience?

By: 2024. 10. 22.

It's been a week since I last wrote to you about how the power of convenience can transform the customer experience at your golf club for the better. A study conducted by Salesforce two years ago revealed that…

PING Junior Golf Tour

How effectively will the new PING Junior Golf Tour activate junior golfers?

By: 2024. 10. 21.

Do you think the number of junior golfers in the United Kingdom, particularly in England, has declined over the past few years? It would be interesting to explore the reasons behind this trend and how we can encourage…

MGI Golf_Zip X3_Troon partnership

What remarkable experiences will Troon and MGI Golf create together?

By: 2024. 10. 21.

Troon has announced that MGI Golf is the global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy as Troon's official electric golf caddy. Encompassing the multi-year partnership, MGI Golf products will be…

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How does the GOLFING GREEN help to buy sustainable golf products?

By: 2024. 10. 18.

According to Straits Research, the global sustainable athleisure market was valued at USD 90.62 billion in 2022. It is projected to attain a value of USD 134.67 billion by 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of…

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How do the new BIG MAX golf bags enhance golfers’ lives?

By: 2024. 10. 17.

When reflecting on what truly matters in a golf bag, I recognize the following essential elements that inspire my choice: Lightweight design, Durability - Even a tee or a golf turf repair fork won't pierce the bag. User-friendly…

TaylorMade Golf partnership Oracle Red Bull Racing

Will Red Bull give wings to TaylorMade Golf’s sales?

By: 2024. 10. 16.

Introduced in 1987, the slogan "Red Bull Gives You Wings " is an enduring and iconic phrase in global marketing. Its consistent and long-standing use has cemented its status as a hallmark of the brand's identity. The slogan,…

Golf Genius Software_Event_Dashboard+

What features does the Golf Genius Tournament Management solution lack?

By: 2024. 10. 15.

Golf Genius, the top cloud-hosted golf software solutions provider, has recently introduced an innovative feature to its Tournament Management solution. This new feature allows for quick and efficient setup and management of golf competitions, streamlining the process for…

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What can IAGTO contribute to the growth of the golf tourism industry in 2025?

By: 2024. 10. 14.

In 2025, golf clubs and resorts aiming to maximize tee time and hotel bookings should consider the following six relatively new aspects to enhance their appeal to golf tourists. It's evident how significant visual experiences are in influencing…

The Old Course Vilamoura clubhouse in British pub style

Where is the Portuguese design hidden in The Old Course’s clubhouse at Vilamoura?

By: 2024. 10. 10.

In 2018, I presented at the Share Algarve conference in Vilamoura and stayed at the Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort. The hotel's incorporation of local culture and Portuguese design into its architecture and proximity to the Dom Pedro Victoria…

Great British Bunker Study Build it Once BIGGA EcoBunker

Did the Great British Bunker Study uncover any new findings?

By: 2024. 10. 08.

The preliminary findings of the Great British Bunker Study, a report compiled by bunker specialists EcoBunker Ltd with the endorsement of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), have pinpointed substantial challenges that demand the attention of…

Five Iron Golf in Dubai the bar

How will Five Iron Golf leverage the indoor golf popularity?

By: 2024. 10. 07.

I believe indoor golf has evolved beyond mere trends and should be recognized as a valuable innovation. The trend remained prevalent in 2023, with 18.4 million individuals in the United States engaging in off-course golf activities. One of…

IGTM 2023_sustainability efforts GEO Foundation

How does IGTM contribute to achieving sustainable golf tourism?

By: 2024. 10. 04.

I hope sustainability will evolve beyond being just a buzzword, unlike the word "tech," which is frequently combined with other words (e.g., FinTech, HRtech, MarTech, etc.). I believe that sustainability should encompass a deeper meaning and play a…

Club Car at Woodhall Spa The Hotchkin Course

Why has Woodhall Spa recently acquired 12 Club Car Tempo golf carts?

By: 2024. 10. 02.

Did you know that Woodhall Spa has not permitted buggies on its two championship courses, the Bracken and the recently renovated Hotchkin (by Tom Doak)? I'm also a fan of walking, if possible. I admit that I was…

James Bond Goldfinger Golf Pride Stoke Park Aston Martin

How is Golf Pride celebrating the 60th anniversary of the film Goldfinger?

By: 2024. 10. 02.

There isn't a year that goes by without me watching the scene from the movie Goldfinger, which is set in Stoke Park. Stoke Park's timeless beauty has graced the screens of numerous films, including Tomorrow Never Dies, Bridget…

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The ‘Golf Influencers & Fans’ interactive event at the PGA National Resort will include what?

By: 2024. 09. 30.

Influencer Intelligence's Influencer Marketing 2024 found brands place greater trust in influencers. 57% of respondents stated that influencers have helped create content that they have used on their brand's owned channels. The third (33%) found the most remarkable…

Christian and Nicolai Second Sun

Christian Faergemann has joined Second Sun as a strategic advisor and investor.

By: 2024. 09. 25.

Second Sun, a pioneering force in cutting-edge sustainability solutions for turf management, proudly announces Christian Faergemann's appointment as Strategic Advisor and investor. Faergemann's wealth of experience in the golf industry, coupled with a profound understanding of the synergy…